Rehabilitation and Conservation of Watershed of Upper Moon River
Covering the area of about 326 sq. km., intact and rich in natural resources, Tambol Thai Samakhi is the watershed for both Moon River, a major tributary of the Mekhong River and Bang Pakong River of the Gulf Of Thailand / South China Sea. In 1967, the Thai government built a highway cutting across the area linking the Northeastern Plateau to the South Eastern Coastal area , prompting flow of people migration in to the area , widespread cash crop plantation and imprudent modern agricultural practice. Machinery and chemical substance have been applied at a progressive rate.
Ten years later, forest concession was granted leading to heavy deforestation and degradation of land. Lasting for only four years, the concession has caused further degradation. Even though the government has been trying to reverse the situation by annexing some portion of the land into its national park and relocating families, the situation still degrades.
Apart from the government, other NGO/CBO were
Ten years later, forest concession was granted leading to heavy deforestation and degradation of land. Lasting for only four years, the concession has caused further degradation. Even though the government has been trying to reverse the situation by annexing some portion of the land into its national park and relocating families, the situation still degrades.
Apart from the government, other NGO/CBO were
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Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Moon Watershed Conservation Group
Country:
Thailand
Area Of Work:
Multifocal Area
Grant Amount:
US$ 12,761.00
Co-Financing Cash:
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 19,162.40
Project Number:
THA/02/18
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
Project Characteristics and Results
Notable Community Participation
Experienced key members of communities are leading project togetherwith willing community members.
Gender Focus
No specific planning , but all groups are given equal opportunity.
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SGP Country office contact
Ms. Thadthana Luengthada
Phone:
66 2 3049100 ext 2131
Fax:
66 2 2804294
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